Events

Fall 2015

The Michener Center for Writers at The University of Texas at Austin hosts readings by writers and visiting professors Jim Crace and Anthony Giardina. Crace's archive resides at the Ransom Center.

Closing Soon: Frank ReaughTOUR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, NOON–5 P.M.

Visit Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West before it closes. Docent-led tours at noon and 2 p.m. The companion publication Windows on the West: The Art of Frank Reaugh will be available for purchase.

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) WESTERN FILM SERIES SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 3 P.M.

Jimmy Stewart and John Wayne star in John Ford's The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962). The film's central story, shown as a flashback, looks at the old west with a slightly cynical eye, heralding many Western films of the 1960s. Run time 123 minutes.

Attendees may enter to win a DVD set featuring James Stewart in Bend of the River, The Far Country, Night Passage, and The Rare Breed, and a set of Frank Reaugh postcards.

The Searchers (1956) WESTERN FILM SERIES SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 3 P.M.

John Ford's classic western The Searchers (1956) follows John Wayne as Ethan Edwards as he attempts to rescue his niece, played by Natalie Wood. This film, shot in brilliant Technicolor, is widely considered Ford's masterpiece. Run time 119 minutes.

Attendees may enter to win a DVD set featuring John Wayne in The Shootist, El Dorado, The Searchers, and The Sons of Katie Elder.

For the annual Stanley Burnshaw Lecture, Jonathan Bate tells the inside story of his new biography, Ted Hughes: The Unauthorised Life. Bate spent years working through Hughes's archive only to have the estate's authorization withdrawn. A reception and book signing follow.

"Cohesion, Diversity, and the Common Good"Cohesion and Diversity: A U.S-U.K Comparative Perspective DISCUSSION MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 7 P.M.

Evan Smith of The Texas Tribune moderates a discussion with Edwin Dorn (Professor at The University of Texas at Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs), Alex Hannaford (freelance journalist and fellow at The Dart Center for Journalism & Trauma at Columbia University), Alison Phipps (Professor of Languages and Intercultural Studies at University of Glasgow), and Roberto Suro (Professor at the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California).

This forum is organized in recognition of the importance of transatlantic collaboration in the humanities. It celebrates the 50th anniversary of the United States' National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and the tenth anniversary of Britain's Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).

Transnational and globalized connections are transforming the United States and Great Britain, increasing our need to understand diverse cultures and how they communicate.

Journalists and faculty from the United States and the United Kingdom explore the role of the humanities in advancing this knowledge.

Representatives from the NEH and AHRC will speak at 3 p.m. followed by panel discussions: "Humanities, Cultures, and National Identities" (3:30–4:30 p.m.) and "Social Cohesion and the Media" (4:30–5:30 p.m.).

Free and open to the public.

Duel in the Sun (1946) WESTERN FILM SERIES SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 3 P.M.

Joseph Cotton, Jennifer Jones, and Gregory Peck star in the epic western Duel in the Sun (1946), directed by King Vidor and produced by David O. Selznick. The Ransom Center houses Selznick's archive. Run time 129 minutes.

Attendees may enter to win a DVD copy of The Stalking Moon, a DVD copy of The Big Country, and a set of Frank Reaugh postcards.

Building Tour MEMBER EVENT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 11 A.M.

On November 14 at 11am, Cathy Henderson, Associate Director of Exhibitions, gives you an exclusive firsthand look at what goes on behind the doors of a world-renowned research library and museum. Explore restricted areas and discover our collection storage and cataloguing, technology, and conservation departments. This is a rare opportunity to learn about the past and future of collection development and stewardship, and our capacity is limited, so be sure to RSVP soon to this exciting event.

Attendees may enter to win memberships to the Bullock Museum and the Harry Ransom Center, a set of "Twenty-Four Hours with the Herd" Frank Reaugh notecards, and a set of Texas-themed cookie cutters.

Red River (1948) WESTERN FILM SERIES SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 3 P.M.

John Wayne and Montgomery Clift clash as father and son on a cattle drive from Texas to Kansas in Red River (1948). This movie was Clift's first feature film role. Run time 133 minutes.

Attendees may enter to win a copy of The Cowboy's Cookbook, a DVD set of Western Classics, and a set of Texas-themed cookie cutters.

Poet Srikanth Reddy LECTURE THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 7 P.M.

Poet Srikanth Reddy, the author of Facts for Visitors (2004), Voyager (2011), and a book of criticism, Changing Subjects: Digressions in Modern American Poetry (2012), delivers the Bagley Wright Lecture. This international lecture series, created by Wave Books, offers leading poets the opportunity for in-depth exploration of the subject of poetry and poetics. Sponsored by the New Writers Project and the Department of English at The University of Texas at Austin.

Attendees may enter to win a copy of Poet Srikanth Reddy's Facts for Visitors and Voyager.

Director's Reception and Open House MEMBER EVENT WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 7 P.M.

Enjoy a night of special access to the Ransom Center at this reception for new members. This exclusive evening features behind-the-scenes presentations from curators, light bites and wine, and welcoming remarks by Ransom Center Director Stephen Enniss.

Members will have a chance to view Ransom Center collection items in second floor classrooms, enjoy a closer look at the exhibition, Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West, and meet curatorial, conservation, and collection staff.

Invitation only; RSVP required. Space is limited. This event is open to new members.

Attendees may enter to win a Ransom Center glass water bottle, a Ransom Center portfolio, and a windows totebag.

Gabriel García Márquez: His Life and LegacySYMPOSIUM WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28–FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30

To mark the opening of the Gabriel García Márquez archive, the Harry Ransom Center and LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections at The University of Texas at Austin present the symposium Gabriel García Márquez: His Life and Legacy. Registration for the symposium has filled. #garciamarquezUT

Salman Rushdie LECTURE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 6 P.M.

Internationally acclaimed novelist Salman Rushdie delivers the keynote address for the symposium Gabriel García Márquez: His Life and Legacy. Registrants of the sold out symposium have reserved seating. All other attendees must present a free ticket for entrance. Please be aware that all tickets have been claimed. A standby line will form at The University of Texas at Austin's Hogg Memorial Auditorium upon arrival of the first patron. Doors open at 5 p.m. for ticket holders. Should open seats remain at 6 p.m., seating from the standby line will take place. #garciamarquezUT

Roy Foster, author of the authorized two-volume biography of W. B. Yeats and the acclaimed Vivid Faces: The Revolutionary Generation in Ireland 1890–1923, presents "'Hearts With One Purpose Alone': W. B. Yeats and the Irish Revolution." Foster will reveal the explosive interaction between literature, culture, and politics in Ireland—focusing on the extraordinary events that brought about Ireland's independence from Britain and the part played by Ireland's greatest poet. A reception follows. Supported by the Consulate General of Ireland, Austin.

Member Tour of Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American WestMEMBER EVENT WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 6 P.M.

Join exhibition curator Peter Mears for an exclusive member tour of Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West as he discusses how he researched and organized the exhibition, as well as the continued importance of Frank Reaugh and his work. Open to current members at the Alliance level and above.

Frank Reaugh's Life and Work DISCUSSION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 4 P.M.

Frank Reaugh was an artist, inventor, and incurable wanderer. Discover more about Reaugh's life and work through a lively discussion with Curator of Painting and Sculpture at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Rebecca E. Lawton, Ransom Center Head of Exhibition Services Kenneth Grant, and Ransom Center Curator of Art Peter Mears. The companion publication Windows on the West: The Art of Frank Reaugh will be available for purchase. Visit the galleries after the discussion to view Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West.

Enjoy a brunch inspired by Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West. Chat with experts from the Ransom Center about the fall 2015 exhibition for an insider view revealing Frank Reaugh's adventures and artistic practices.

Chef Louis Ortiz will demonstrate campfire cooking techniques and traditions and will share recipes that pay tribute to camp cooks. The menu includes baby back ribs with chipotle barbeque sauce and a whole beef ribeye loin; a trio of sides: roasted potato salad, cast iron baked beans, and Nopalitos with bacon and pecans; and cast-iron seasonal berry cobbler.

Pre-payment and registration required online or by calling 512-206-1051. The cost of the class is $55. Ransom Center members receive a 10 percent discount from August 1–7. Register early, as class size is limited.

After the class, enjoy a docent-led public tour of the exhibition at 2 p.m. at the Ransom Center.

Austin Brass Band Concert PERFORMANCE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 7 P.M.

The Austin Brass Band presents a free concert to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Program in British Studies at The University of Texas at Austin.

Poetry on the Plaza READING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 4 P.M.

Hear poetry inspired by the American West at Poetry on the Plaza in the afternoon. Light refreshments will be served. Following the reading, visit the galleries during extended Thursday hours to view Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West.

Austin Museum Day TOUR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, NOON–5 P.M.

Take part in the city-wide celebration of the Austin museum community with a visit to the Ransom Center. Enjoy the current exhibition, Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West, and view the Gutenberg Bible and First Photograph, both on permanent display in the lobby. Free docent-led tours of the exhibition begin at noon, 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.

Curator Tour of Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American WestTOUR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 7 P.M.

Join Ransom Center Curator of Art Peter Mears for an inside look at the exhibition Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West. To ensure the best experience for attendees, the tour is limited to 60 people. Free tickets for the program can be picked up at the Center's visitor desk starting at 6 p.m. on the day of the tour.

"West by Southwest" OPENING PARTY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 7–10 P.M. SOLD OUT

Join us for an evening of art, music, and cocktails to celebrate the exhibition Frank Reaugh: Landscapes of Texas and the American West.

At the event, enjoy Texas country tunes with Glen Collins and the Alibis, wine and a signature cocktail, bbq sandwiches courtesy of Freedmen's, and an after-hours look at the exhibition. Become part of Reaugh's landscape as you pose in the photo booth. Guests will also have a chance to win a Western-themed luxury prize package, including horseback riding lessons and memberships from the Bullock Museum and Wildflower Center.

Ransom Center members receive free tickets to all exhibition openings (non-members pay $20). Membership starts at $50 for an Individual (one ticket) or $90 for a Dual level (two tickets). You will also receive a year of member benefits and exclusive events, including a Director's Reception, behind-the-scenes access to the collections, a talk by Salman Rushdie, and more!

Spring 2015

Mad Hatter Tea Party TEA PARTY SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2 P.M.-5 P.M. SOLD OUT

The Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts six Mad Hatter Tea Parties in conjunction with the Ransom Center's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition. The tea parties take place in the Four Seasons Hotel Austin's Lobby Lounge and bring the fun and frivolity of Alice's Wonderland to life with special décor, creative treats, and interactive elements. The teas are $42 per adult and $30 per child (ages 11 and under). Members and guests who bring their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland brochure from the Ransom Center will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations no longer available.

Mad Hatter Tea Party TEA PARTY SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2 P.M.-5 P.M. SOLD OUT

The Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts six Mad Hatter Tea Parties in conjunction with the Ransom Center's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition. The tea parties take place in the Four Seasons Hotel Austin's Lobby Lounge and bring the fun and frivolity of Alice's Wonderland to life with special décor, creative treats, and interactive elements. The teas are $42 per adult and $30 per child (ages 11 and under). Members and guests who bring their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland brochure from the Ransom Center will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations no longer available.

Where the Wild Things Are (2009) YOUNG ADVENTURERS FILM SERIES SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 3 P.M.

The Harry Ransom Center's Young Adventurers Film Series concludes on Saturday, June 27, at 3 p.m. with Spike Jonze's Where the Wild Things Are (2009).

Adapted from Maurice Sendak's childhood tale, the film tells the story of Max, who sails to the island of the Wild Things and becomes their king.

The program is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Seating is first-come, first-served, and doors open at 2:30 p.m. Run time is 101 minutes, and the film is rated PG.

This series is held in conjunction with the Ransom Center's current exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on view through July 6.

Attendees may enter to win a copy of Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are and a gift basket from Terra Toys, which includes a kaleidoscope, an optical illusion jigsaw puzzle, Edgar Allen Poe bandages, and a $20 gift card to Terra Toys.

Special thanks to Terra Toys for their in-kind support.

Coraline (2009) YOUNG ADVENTURERS FILM SERIES SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 3 P.M.

The Harry Ransom Center's Young Adventurers Film Series continues on Saturday, June 20, at 3 p.m. with Henry Selick's Coraline (2009).

Based on Neil Gaiman's award-winning novella, the film tells the story of Coraline, who wishes for more perfect parents and finds an alternate world where she discovers that all that she wished for is not, in fact, what she wanted.

The program is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Seating is first-come, first-served, and doors open at 2:30 p.m. Run time is 101 minutes, and the film is rated PG.

This series is held in conjunction with the Ransom Center's current exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on view through July 6. Mark your calendar for the final film in the series: Where the Wild Things Are on June 27.

Attendees may enter to win a copy of Neil Gaiman's Coraline and as well as a copy of Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking Glass.

Harry Ransom Center members are invited to member-only hours for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland from 10 a.m. to noon. Special docent-led tours will be offered at 10:30 a.m., allowing members to explore the exhibition without the crowds. Members will also be able take advantage of their member discount at the pop-up merchandise shop. No RSVP or tickets required. Please present your membership card for entry; friends and family members are welcome to accompany you. The exhibition opens publicly at noon.

James and the Giant Peach (1996) YOUNG ADVENTURERS FILM SERIES SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 3 P.M.

The Harry Ransom Center's Young Adventurers Film Series continues on Saturday, June 13, at 3 p.m. with the stop-motion animated film James and the Giant Peach (1996).

Adapted from Roald Dahl's classic 1961 book, the film follows James on his journey in a giant peach with a group of insect friends.

The program is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Seating is first-come, first-served, and doors open at 2:30 p.m. Run time is 80 minutes, and the film is rated PG.

This series is held in conjunction with the Ransom Center's current exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on view through July 6. Mark your calendar for the upcoming films Coraline (June 20) and Where the Wild Things Are (June 27.)

Attendees may enter to win a copy of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach as well as a copy of Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking Glass.

Harry Ransom Center members are invited to member-only hours for Alice's Adventures in Wonderland from 10 a.m. to noon. Special docent-led tours will be offered at 10:30 a.m., allowing members to explore the exhibition without the crowds. Members will also be able take advantage of their member discount at the pop-up merchandise shop. No RSVP or tickets required. Please present your membership card for entry; friends and family members are welcome to accompany you. The exhibition opens publicly at noon.

Alice in Wonderland (1951) YOUNG ADVENTURERS FILM SERIES SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 3 P.M.

The Harry Ransom Center's Young Adventurers Film Series kicks off on Saturday, June 6, at 3 p.m. with Disney's film Alice in Wonderland (1951).

Drawing on Lewis Carroll's books Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, the film has become one of the most popular representations of the Alice stories.

The program is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Seating is first-come, first-served, and doors open at 2:30 p.m. Run time is 75 minutes, and the film is rated G.

This series is held in conjunction with the Ransom Center's current exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on view through July 6. Mark your calendar for the upcoming films James and the Giant Peach (June 13), Coraline (June 20), and Where the Wild Things Are (June 27.)

Attendees may enter to win a gift basket from Terra Toys, including sparklers, a stuffed rabbit, a glitter bracelet, an "Alice" coloring book, an "Alice" travel journal, and a $20 gift card to Terra Toys.

Special thanks to Terra Toys for their in-kind support.

Mad Hatter Tea Party TEA PARTY SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2 P.M.-5 P.M. SOLD OUT

The Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts six Mad Hatter Tea Parties in conjunction with the Ransom Center's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition. The tea parties take place in the Four Seasons Hotel Austin's Lobby Lounge and bring the fun and frivolity of Alice's Wonderland to life with special décor, creative treats, and interactive elements. The teas are $42 per adult and $30 per child (ages 11 and under). Members and guests who bring their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland brochure from the Ransom Center will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations no longer available.

The Bullock Museum presents Něco z Alenky (Something from Alice, also known as Alice) from Czech filmmaker Jan Švankmajer. Alice is Švankmajer's 1988 feature film that uses stop motion and live action to create, what Caryn James of the New York Times called an "extraordinary film [which] explores the story's dark undercurrents." Seen by many as the definitive Through the Looking-Glass/Alice in Wonderland film adaptation, Švankmajer takes us on Carroll's absurd journey with all the glitter and shine scraped away. Follow the White Rabbit into strange and beautiful territory. Run time is 86 minutes. The film is not rated.

This event is free for Bullock Members and Harry Ransom Center Members. Non-Members may purchase tickets for $5.

Join curator Jessica S. McDonald for a gallery talk on Wildly Strange: The Photographs of Ralph Eugene Meatyard. This exhibition, drawn from the Ransom Center's collections, is on view at the Blanton Museum of Art though June 21, 2015.

Family Day TOUR SATURDAY, MAY 9, 10 A.M.– 5 P.M.

Visit Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and enjoy activities for the young and young at heart. Participate in writing activities with teaching artists from Austin Public Library Friends Foundation's Badgerdog Creative Writing Program or engage with Lewis Carroll-inspired math activities with local math literacy organization Math Happens. Additional activities include docent-led exhibition tours and story times in the theater. View detailed schedule below. Family days are generously supported by a grant from the Austin Community Foundation, with in-kind support provided by Terra Toys.

Join exhibition curator Danielle Brune Sigler for a tour of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland on Wednesday, April 29, at 7 p.m. at the Harry Ransom Center.

The Ransom Center celebrates 150 years of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland with an exhibition for the curious and curiouser of all ages. Learn about Lewis Carroll and the real Alice who inspired his story. See one of the few surviving copies of the first edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Discover the rich array of personal and literary references that Carroll incorporated throughout Alice. Explore the surprising transformations of Alice and her story as they have traveled through time and across continents. Follow the White Rabbit's path through the exhibition, have a tea party, or watch a 1933 paper filmstrip that has been carefully treated by Ransom Center conservators. The Center's vast collections offer a new look at a story that has delighted generations and inspired artists from Salvador Dalí to Walt Disney.

To ensure the best experience for attendees, the tour is limited to 60 people. Free tickets for the program can be picked up from the Center's visitor desk starting at 6 p.m. on the day of the tour.

Free docent-led tours of the exhibition are offered every day at noon, Thursdays at 6 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Attendees may enter to a win a copy of Martin Gardner's The Annotated Alice and a box of Ginger Lemon Scone Mix.

Mad Hatter Tea Party TEA PARTY SUNDAY, APRIL 26, 2 P.M.-5 P.M. SOLD OUT

The Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts six Mad Hatter Tea Parties in conjunction with the Ransom Center's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition. The tea parties take place in the Four Seasons Hotel Austin's Lobby Lounge and bring the fun and frivolity of Alice's Wonderland to life with special décor, creative treats, and interactive elements. The teas are $42 per adult and $30 per child (ages 11 and under). Members and guests who bring their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland brochure from the Ransom Center will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations no longer available.

Family Day TOUR SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 10 A.M.–5 P.M.

Visit Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and enjoy activities for the young and young at heart. Participate in writing activities with teaching artists from Austin Public Library Friends Foundation's Badgerdog Creative Writing Program or engage with Lewis Carroll-inspired math activities with local math literacy organization Math Happens. University of Texas at Austin museum theater students lead visitors through the galleries. Additional activities include docent-led exhibition tours and story times in the theater. View detailed schedule below. Family days are generously supported by a grant from the Austin Community Foundation, with in-kind support provided by Terra Toys.

Lee describes the accidents and surprises of a biographer's quest, from embargoed letters in a Nebraskan bank to water-stained books rescued from a sunken barge in the Thames, from the spell cast by Woolf's diaries to a Wharton deathbed discovery in an Italian villa.

The program is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Seating is first-come, first-served, and doors open at 3:30 p.m.

Attendees may enter to win a copy of Hermione Lee's Biography: A Very Short Introduction as well as a signed copy of Tom Stoppard's Hapgood: A Play.

Poetry on the Plaza: Singers and SongwritersREADING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, NOON

Michael Ondaatje HARRY RANSOM LECTURE TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 7 P.M.

Acclaimed novelist and poet Michael Ondaatje converses with writer Geoff Dyer in a Harry Ransom Lecture on Tuesday, March 31, at 7 p.m. in Jessen Auditorium.

Although he is best known as a novelist, Ondaatje's work also encompasses poetry, memoir, and film. His Booker Prize–winning novel The English Patient was adapted into an Academy Award–winning film. His other works include his memoir Running in the Family, four collections of poetry, the non-fiction book The Conversations: Walter Murch and the Art of Editing Film, and his novels In the Skin of a Lion, Anil's Ghost, Divisadero, and The Cat's Table.

Ondaatje discusses his novels and poetry and his book on film editing, as well as research, editing, adapting books to film, and film as an art itself. Audience members will be able to ask questions, and a reception and book signing follow at the Ransom Center.

The event is free and open to the public. Priority entry is available to Ransom Center members (one seat per membership card who arrive by 6:20 p.m. Members arriving after 6:30 p.m. will join the general queue. Complimentary parking for Ransom Center members is available at the University Co-op garage at 23rd and San Antonio streets.

This program is presented by the University Co-op.

Attendees may enter to win Michael Ondaatje's novel In the Skin of a Lion, as well as a copy of his book of poetry, Handwriting.

Mad Hatter Tea Party TEA PARTY SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2 P.M.-5 P.M. SOLD OUT

The Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts six Mad Hatter Tea Parties in conjunction with the Ransom Center's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition. The tea parties take place in the Four Seasons Hotel Austin's Lobby Lounge and bring the fun and frivolity of Alice's Wonderland to life with special décor, creative treats, and interactive elements. The teas are $42 per adult and $30 per child (ages 11 and under). Members and guests who bring their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland brochure from the Ransom Center will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations no longer available.

Abelardo Morell AMON CARTER LECTURE THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 7 P.M.

Photographer Abelardo Morell, whose work is featured in the Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition, delivers the Amon Carter lecture. Morell's work has been collected and shown at institutions including the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Victoria & Albert Museum.

Roy Flukinger, Senior Research Curator of Photography, speaks about the photography of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson—better known to the world as Lewis Carroll—on Tuesday, March 10, at 4 p.m.

Charles L. Dodgson, the young Oxford scholar who gained fame as the author Lewis Carroll, was one of the most accomplished amateur photographers of the Victorian Era. Although he called the art of photography "my one amusement," Dodgson became seriously devoted to this pastime and produced many memorable portraits of family, friends, and celebrities. Most often noted for his portraits of children, his photographs also present an insightful picture of the mid-nineteenth-century British middle class. When he died in 1898, Dodgson left behind an inspired body of work created over 25 years. A half century later, thanks largely the efforts of historians Helmut and Alison Gernsheim, Dodgson's work emerged from obscurity, and is now recognized as a significant figure in nineteenth-century photography.

The program is free and open to the public, but donations are welcome. Seating is first-come, first-served, and doors open at 3:30 p.m.

This program is presented in conjunction with the Ransom Center's current exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on view through July 6.

Attendees may enter to win a copy of the photo book Reflections in a Looking Glass: A Centennial Celebration of Lewis Carroll Photography and Jenny Woolf's The Mystery of Lewis Carroll.

Explore UT TOUR SATURDAY, MARCH 7, NOON–5 P.M.

The Ransom Center joins the "biggest open house in Texas." Tour the exhibition, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and participate in Alice-inspired activities.Learn more

Poetry on the Plaza: Poetry of Lewis CarrollREADING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, NOON

The Harry Ransom Center's Poetry on the Plaza series continues with Poetry of Lewis Carroll on Wednesday, March 4, at noon.

Readers include University of Texas at Austin Professor of Mathematics Michael Starbird, who will perform his version of Carroll's poem "Jaberwocky" in both English and German, as well as father-daughter duo Austin Chronicle Arts Editor Robert Faires and University of Texas senior Rosalind Faires.

This program is held in conjunction with the Ransom Center's current exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, on view through July 6.

The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be served. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors.

Mark your calendars for the next Poetry on the Plaza event, Singers and Songwriters, on Wednesday, April 1, at noon.

Public Art Tour: Down the Rabbit Hole with Landmarks TOUR SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 11 A.M.

Venture down the rabbit hole with Landmarks on a docent-led tour of public art on campus. Explore the nonsensical and the curious, and ponder some of the unanswerable questions surrounding contemporary works of art. The tour will conclude at the Harry Ransom Center where the exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland will be on view with a docent-led tour at noon. Meet at 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 1 at Magdalena Abakanowicz's Figure on a Trunk in front of Bass Concert Hall near 23rd Street and Robert Dedman Drive. Free and open to the public.

Down the rabbit hole for a tasty journey! Enjoy brunch inspired the Harry Ransom Center's exhibition Alice's Adventures in Wonderland on Sunday, March 1 at 11 a.m. at Central Market at 4001 North Lamar. During the class, Central Market Chef Louis Ortiz demonstrates how to create these dishes which evoke the spirit of the book and Lewis Carroll's era.

Representatives from the Ransom Center will be on hand to discuss the exhibition as you enjoy the cooking class. After the class, join a docent-led public tour of the exhibition at 2 p.m. at the Ransom Center.

Registration for the class opens February 1; class size is limited. Pre-payment and registration is required online or by calling 512-206-1051. The cost of the class is $50. Ransom Center members receive a 10% discount; phone registration is required for discount.

Mad Hatter Tea Party TEA PARTY SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2 P.M.-5 P.M. SOLD OUT

The Four Seasons Hotel Austin hosts six Mad Hatter Tea Parties in conjunction with the Ransom Center's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland exhibition. The tea parties take place in the Four Seasons Hotel Austin's Lobby Lounge and bring the fun and frivolity of Alice's Wonderland to life with special décor, creative treats, and interactive elements. The teas are $42 per adult and $30 per child (ages 11 and under). Members and guests who bring their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland brochure from the Ransom Center will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations no longer available.